The New York State Assembly just passed the Medical Aid in Dying Act, which would make doctor-assisted suicide legal in the state. After years of no groundswell of support from within the Empire State, it may become law before the close of the current legislative session.

Ed Mechmann, lawyer, lifelong New Yorker, and director of public policy for the Archdiocese of New York talks with me here:

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Ed’s blog, Stepping Out of the Boat, is <a href="https://edwardmechmann.wordpress.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.

A discussion of the state’s proposed ‘Medical Aid in Dying Act’ with Ed Mechmann of the Archdiocese of New York.{ai:summary}<p>The New York State Assembly has passed the Medical Aid in Dying Act, potentially legalizing doctor-assisted suicide in the state. This marks a significant shift after years of limited support, with the possibility of the law being enacted before the legislative session ends. </p><p>Ed Mechmann, a lawyer and public policy director for the Archdiocese of New York, provides insights on this development. #society</p>

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